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Open tenders and bidding opportunities in the offshore sector.
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Transpetro Bid
Transpetro – Petrobras Transporte S. A. Launches Third International Tender for Fleet Renewal Transpetro has opened the third international tender under Petrobras’ Fleet Renewal and Expansion Program, advancing the company’s 2025–2029 Busin
Open Tenders & More
Dear all, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer:What has changed? • Petrobras — at least 1x PSV: Opportunity 7004439824 | new deadline November 14, 2025 (was Nov 11)• Petrobras — at leas
Staff Announcement – Raphael Montes
WSB Advisors is pleased to announce the promotion of Raphael Montes to the position of Managing Director, effective October 2025. Raphael joined WSB Advisors in 2017 and has since played a pivotal role in the company’s commercial and operat
Open tenders & More
By Maria Eduarda Camba Recent changes in Petrobras tender activity indicate continued vessel demand across multiple asset classes, with revised submission timelines across support segments. What has changed? • Petrobras — at least 1x SESV:
Market dynamics and fleet balance: key insights featured in Revista Portos e Navios’ latest issue
The latest issue of Portos e Navios discusses the current balance of Brazil’s offshore support fleet amid rising bid activity, newbuild programs, and the growing presence of foreign tonnage. Based on data from wsb-one and insights from Raph
Open Tenders — Updates and New Opportunities
New offshore tenders and revisions were recorded this week across key operators. • Petrobras — Opportunity 7004439824 revised: the original bid for six PSVs was reduced to one unit.• Shell — Opportunity 2742521175 released on September 22,
Transpetro launches tender for 18 barges and 18 push boats
Transpetro, a subsidiary of Petrobras, has announced a public tender for the acquisition of 18 barges and 18 push boats, with deliveries expected through 2028. The process is divided into six lots, three for barges and three for push boats,
Weekly News
Open Tenders Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. What has changed? What else is happening? FPSO Peregrino The FPSO Peregrino, operating in the Campos Bas
Open Tenders & More
By Maria Eduarda Camba Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. Open tenders: What has changed? What else is happening?
WSB Advisors at UFRJ: Exploring New Horizons in Naval Engineering
By Rafael Bortoloti At the invitation of the Naval League, WSB Advisors held a special talk yesterday (October 14th) for students of Naval and Ocean Engineering at UFRJ. Four WSB professionals shared their experiences and insights on the cu
WSB Advisors at UFRJ: where technique becomes strategy
This Tuesday, October 14th, WSB Advisors will take part in an event organized by the Naval League at the Technology Center of UFRJ, strengthening the connection between academia and the offshore industry. The meeting will be held in a round
Weekly News
Open Tenders What has changed? What else is happening? Petrobras nears decision to cancel Bid Vessel owners informed WSB that Petrobras may be close to take a final decision to cancel the current PSV tender, which had already been reduced f
Open Tenders Update
By Maria Eduarda Camba Petrobras has extended deadlines for multiple offshore opportunities, keeping the Brazilian chartering market active and competitive. What has changed? • Petrobras At least 1x LH: Opportunity 7004497614 — new deadline
TP-25 Gas Carrier Program — Current Ranking Overview
By Alexandre Vilela Following WSB’s previous update on the disqualification of one contender from Lot B of Transpetro’s Gas Carrier Newbuild Program (TP-25), the tender has now advanced into its decisive evaluation phase. Updated standings
Open Tenders Update
Petrobras has extended the deadlines for several offshore opportunities, now open for submission: • At least 1x LH: Opportunity 7004497614, new deadline October 20th, 2025• At least 1x FSV: Opportunity 7004492292, new deadline October 20th,
TRANSPETRO Gas Carrier Tender — Update on Bid Qualification
By Alexandre Vilela Transpetro has announced the disqualification of IRUS Holding S.A. from Lot B of its ongoing Gas Carrier Newbuild Program (TP-25). According to the Commission’s official communication, the decision is based on two points
Open tenders & More
What has changed? Petrobras up to 6x PSVs Opportunity 7004439824 new deadline October 20th, 2025. Petrobras FPSO SEAP-I e SEAP-II (BOT): Opportunity 7004338481 new deadline October 15th, 2025. Petrobras At least 1x FSC 10/25/60: Opportunity
Bid postponed
Petrobras has postponed the bid deadline to charter up to 6 PSVs (Opportunity 7004439824) to October 20, 2025—extending the original October 3 deadline.
Transpetro Gas Carrier – Prelimiary Results
On September 22, 2025, Transpetro closed the bid opening for eight new gas carriers under the TP-25 program. The tender rules included a local content bonus for Brazilian shipyards and a penalty for foreign proposals, which shaped the equal
AHTS bid: new deadline
Meanwhile, Petrobras has extended the deadline for its tender to charter at least one OSRV 105 vessel AGAIN (Opportunity 7004492154). The new deadline is this Friday, September 19. Stay informed on key offshore developments — visit wsb-one.
Open Tenders
Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. By Maria Eduarda Camba What has changed? What else is happening?
Hanwha Ocean: plans in Brazil
South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean, one of the world’s leading shipbuilders, is weighing the establishment of a shipyard in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro. According to industry reports, the company is in talks with local partners to meet content requirem
Open Tenders
By Maria Eduarda Camba WSB Advisors is pleased to share an update on Petrobras’ ongoing long-term tenders. Over the past week, several opportunities have had their deadlines extended or specifications adjusted. What has changed? • Up to 6x
Open Tenders & More
By Maria Eduarda Camba Dear All, WSB is pleased to provide an update on the current long-term tenders that are open to offer. Open tenders: What has changed? What else is happening?
Open Tenders & More
By Maria Eduarda Camba What has changed? What else is happening?